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Preliminary English Test (PET) for Schools

Practical English for everyday use

Motivate students to improve their English Cambridge English: Preliminary for Schools is

learners. It shows a student can use English for everyday social and study purposes.

Real everyday language skillsThe exam shows students can:

understand straightforward instructions or public announcements

express simple opinions on abstract/cultural matters

understand routine information and articles

write letters or make notes on familiar or predictable matters.

An internationally accepted certificateStudents receive the same certificate as adults that

Cambridge English: Preliminary exam.

This certificate is accepted by thousands of leading businesses and educational institutions worldwide.

What level is the exam? The exam focuses on Level B1 of the Common

at an intermediate level.

What’s in the exam? The exam is designed to be fair to people of all

supported by a dedicated research programme.

and vocabulary.

Reading and Writing: 1 hour 30 minutes

Shows a student can understand written information, and use structure and vocabulary correctly.

Listening: 30 minutes

Shows a student can

materials, including everyday conversations.

Speaking: 10–12 minutes

Shows how well a student can

to face with one or two other candidates.

Download sample papers at www.cambridgeenglish.org/preliminaryforschools

www.cambridgeenglish.org/preliminaryforschools

I studied for Cambridge English: Preliminary. My goal was to progress to the higher level Cambridge English exams and my exam was a great way to experience Cambridge English. If you want to get a job, you need a good level of English.

Josue Garcia AlvarezCambridge English: Preliminary certificate holder and trainee Industrial Engineer

Where could this exam take students in the future?

What’s next?Contact your local exam centreYour local centre can give you details of dates, costs, how to prepare and how to register for an exam. Find your nearest centre at www.cambridgeenglish.org/centres

Get supportFind a wide range of support, including official Cambridge English preparation materials, at www.cambridgeenglish.org/preliminaryforschools

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